Opening Remarks

Keynote Presentation: Professor Krugman addresses the outlook for global GDP

1. When will the global economy truly reach the bottom and begin to reboot?
2. Is the European response to the economic slump effective?
3. Ideas for Obama: Krugman reviews the effectiveness of the administration’s economic policy
4. Which country has the right plan for economic recovery?
5. Krugman reveals key insights into the future direction of the world economy

Prof. Paul Krugman, World Renowned Nobel Prize Winning Economist, Professor of Economics and International Affairs, Princeton University, USA

The UAE Perspective Diversification and the Future of Economic Policy

1. Hear the vision for economic stability and future growth
2. Discover key government initiatives to implement and enhance the UAE economy
3. Learn how the UAE’s leadership sees the future of economic development in the UAE
4. Understand strong fundamentals as a platform for economic rebound

11.20-12.30

ECONOMIST FORUM: The GCC financial landscape
For the first time ever, this panel of leading economists will assess the GCC markets within  a global context

1. The GCC economic environment
2. Business Intelligence:  Direction for the next 12 months
3. When will global investments pick up?

Mr. Marios Maratheftis, Chief Economist, Standard Chartered Middle East, UAE

Dr. Giyas Gokkent, Chief Economist, National Bank of Abu Dhabi, UAE
Dr. Mohamed Jaber, Lead Economist and Vice President, Morgan Stanley & Co., GCC

Head to Head - The Future of the Gulf Property Market

1. Beyond the hype: What is really going on in the UAE property sector?
2. How do we revive the property sector?
3. Hear inside knowledge on the future outlook for construction in the UAE
4. How will the new Dubai property laws benefit consumers and investors?

Mr. John Bullough, Chief Executive Officer, ALDAR, MENA

Mr. Blair Hagkull, Managing Director, Jones Lang LaSalle, MENA
Mr. Philip Ward, Chief Executive Officer, Abu Dhabi Finance, MENA

Profiting from Accelerating Change in a Downturn

In this compelling keynote, Dawson offers detailed insights into the overwhelming forces of global and regional change, how these will transform careers, industries, and nations, and what you can do to create success in the years ahead.

1. Discover the driving forces that are shaping business and society
2. Understand the implications of a global networked economy based on talent, innovation, and media
3. Gain insights into the technologies that will drive growth in your industry
4. See the opportunities presented by social and generational change across the planet
5. Learn how your organisation can succeed in these challenging time

Mr. Ross Dawson , Chairman, Future Exploration Network, Australia

Coffee Break

BANKERS FORUM: Strengthening the Financial Position of UAE Banks
Topics include:

1. Crisis, innovation and evolution
2. UAE banks in the future
3. The agenda for strong fundamentals and regulations in the banking system
4. Transparency and investor confidence
5. Banking diversification and benefits
6. Analysis of a possible credit rating agency in the UAE

Mr. Giambattista Atzeni , Head of Corporate Trust, The Bank of New York Mellon, MENA

Mr. Abhijit Choudhury, Chief Risk Office, National Bank of Abu Dhabi, UAE
Mr. Galal Qulaib, Chief Executive Officer, Noor Islamic Bank, UAE

Conference Closes